Vagabond Chef

TRIPLE CHEESE PASTA PRIMAVERA

8 oz. spaghetti
1tbs. Butter
2 cups diced green peppers
2 cups sliced yellow squash
8 oz. mushrooms, sliced
8 oz, pepperoni, diced
1 cup ricotta cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tbs. grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup milk
1 ¼ tsp. Italian seasoning
1 tsp. salt
¼ tsp. ground pepper

Cook spaghetti according to package.  Drain, set aside. In large skillet, melt butter.  Add peppers, cook and stir occasionally until barely tender, about 3 minutes.  Add squash and mushrooms, cook and stir occasionally 4 minutes or until barely tender.  Add pepperoni.  Toss pasta with vegetables in skillet; cover to deep warm. In saucepan in which spaghetti was cooked, combine cheese, mild Italian seasoning, salt and black pepper.  Over medium-low heat, cook and stir cheese mixture 1 minute or just until hot. Do not boil. Add reserved pasta and vegetables, toss to coat, remove to serving platter.  Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

If your a newbie and loading your RV for the first time here is a list of items you could want in your kitchen:

blender    rubber spatula     cake and pie server     baster     plastic wrap     dishes      pastry brush     pizza pan     parchment paper

glasses (drinking, wine, cocktail)     pizza cutter    pizza stone     coffee maker and filters     toaster     coffee cups     spoon rest     pie pans

flatware     chip clips    loaf pans     electric skillet     serving platters     ice cream scoop     casserole dishes (various sizes)     slow cooker

serving bowls     quiche/tartpan     food processor     cutting boards     lemon juicer    mixing bowls    recipes/cookbooks     trivets

sharp knives and carving forks      pitcher     power strip/ surge bar     steak knives    funnels     disposal aluminum pans    skewers

oven thermometer    dish drying rack     bottle and can opener     spice rack    paper towels     bread machine     corkscrew     sugar bowl

paper towel holder     salad bowl     measuring cups     butter dish     napkins     fruit bucket/bowl     measuring spoons    egg slicer

dish towels     george foreman grill    pot holders /mitts     potato masher     dish cloths/sponges     rice cooker     cheese grater    mixer

cheese slicer     8″ cake pans     matches/lighter     ice bucket     whisk     rubber gloves     colanders    toothpicks     scissors    dish soap

meat thermometer    salt and pepper shakers     pancake flipper    skillets (various sizes)     hand soap     serving utensils    ladle

pots with lids    all purpose spray cleaner     wooden spoons    pots with lids    trash can and bags     cupcake pan and papers    tongs

ziplock bags (various sizes)     air bake cookie sheet     storage containers    vegetable peeler    cooling racks      aluminum foil

good luck

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                                                Polycznka

4 eggs

1/4 tsp. salt

2 cps. flour

21/4 cp. mil

1/4 cp. melted butter

2 tbsp. sugar

1/2 tsp. vanilla

filling:

2 lbs. small curd cottage cheese

2 lb. bakers or ricotta cheese

6 eggs

1/2 cup sugar

1/2 tsp. vanilla

Mix batter.  fry batter on both sides in medium frying pan for approximately 1 to 2 minutes on high heat.  stack on top of each other on a plate.  Should make 32 to 36.

Prepare filling.

Spread filling on cooked crepes.  Roll crepe with filling into a roll.  Line rolled crepes on a greased cookie sheet.

Bake at 350degrees for 25 minutes.

Serve plain, warm or cold.  Or top with fruit and whip cream.

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Here is a checklist to help you get your pantry and refrigerator ready.  Get some of these basics:

drinking water         pasta sauces       mayonnaise         rice      milk     coffee     instant potatoes     juice     tea bags     canned tuna

salad dressings    cocoa/hot chocolate     canned soups     broths     ice     salt    pepper     non stick spray pan     flour    snack chips

vanilla     sugar     breads     ketchup     brown sugar     peanut butter     ice packs     baking powder     jelly, jam or preserves

BBq sauce    baking soda     popcorn     hot sauce     cornstarch    snacks    soy sauce     yeast  n  vinegar    honey    vegetable oil    balsamic vinegar     olive oil     salsa     onions     pancake mix    mustards     garlic     syrup    fruits     vegetables     oatmeal     potatoes     raisins    eggs    kosher salt     cereals    cheese     granola bars     meats     beer/liquor     gravies     mixers     lemon and lime juices    lunchmeats     pasta    butter/margarine

This is stuff that would be found in my RV but it don’t necessarly have to be found in yours.

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The best way to RV on a budget is to boondock (or dry camp).  There are a lot of places to boondock for long periods of time.  The BLM (Bureau of Land Management) are excellent places to do tis at or go on the internet and search for “freeboondockingareas”.  Also overnight boondocking can be done in some parking lots or rest areas and truck stops.l  These are usually cheap or free.  But it wouldn’t hurt to pruchase something from them as a form of appreciation.

Campground and resorts prices vary from region to region.  They also vary depending on the amenities you want; why pay for something you’re not going to use.

Another way to save money is to stay at least a week at one place.  They usually charge for 6 days and get 7th day free.  Monthly rates are pay for 28 days plus electricity.

Generally you get what you pay for.  To save more stay away from restuarants and eat at thome.  Try to stay out of campground stores, they are usually rather expensive.

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There are many reasons to take a vacation in a RV.  here are just a few:

_GETTING BACK TO NATURE- what better way is there to get there than in a RV.

_ THE COMFORTS OF HOME- with a RV you can enjoy the great outdoors and still have all the comforts of home without any added costs.

_ FAMILY MATTERS- family members seem to get  along better when they are not under the stress of normal daily life.  But remember everybody needs some time to themselves.

_ COOL FOR KIDS- it is a great way to travel with kids. They will  love the campfires, wildlife and the stars.  Yet they will also have their own personal items.

_FLEXIBILITY- in a RV you can have the flexibility to go where a whim sends you.  You do not have to stay to a very strict agenda if you do not want to.

_DRIVING THE RV_ driving gives you the control over how fast and where you go.  You don’t have to stay to mess with the airlines.

_TEST THE LIFESTYLE- can serve to see if you will fit the lifestyle to become a fulltimer.

GOOD TIMES, GOOD FRIENDS, GOOD FOOD

With the weather being nice this weekend here is something that will make an excellent side dish for almost any type of pork or poultry. If using wooden skewers soak in water for 30 minutes before using to prevent burning.

PINEAPPLE-YAM KABOBS

4 sweet potatoes

pineapple cubes

4 apples quartered

1/2 cp. melted butter

2 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp. ground clves

1/4 tsp. nutmeg

2 tbsp. lemon juice

Scrub and cook sweet potatoes in salted water 25 minutes or until just tender.  Peel and cut into large pieces.  Thread on skewers, alternating potatoes, pineapple and apple quarters.  Brush with mixture of remaining ingredients.  Grill over hot coals, turning and basting frequently, until lightly browned.

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Winter is over and the combined effects of the elements of nature can raise havoc on your RV.

Before your first trip of the season take a few steps to get your RV ready.  Give it a thorough inspection.  Lookfor andy cracks or separation of seams on the body and roof.  Look inside for stains on the ceiling.  Look under the coach for any fluid leaks.

Next wash and wash the exterior.  Use specialized wheel cleaners to make your tires and wheels shine.  Vacuum the carpet and clean if it’s needed.  Check all fluid levels  and connections.  Look for chewed wires and hoses.  Check amount of LP and if the appliances are working.

Drain and flush the freshwater tank.  Add 1/4 cp. bleach and fill tank to almost full capacity leaving room for sloshing in the tank.  Run the hot water to get the water through the water heater.  Drain the tank.  Refill with 1/4 cp. of baking soda to 15 gallons of water.  Drive around so it sloshes around, then drain and refill with fresh water.  Test the water pump and heater.  Check and change any fluids that need to be.  Check the batteries electrolyte levels and check battery connections.

Check lug nuts, tire pressure and for cracks on the tires.

Replace batteries on alarms and detectors.  Check and fill first aid kit.  Make sure you have flares, gas can, jumper cables, reflective triangles, tools, and duct tape.   Stock cabinets with food and entertainment needs.

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Why go RVing?  RVing rejuvenates your body.  When you return from your trip to your everyday routine (unfortunately most of us have to come back) feelingrelaxed and happier.  In addition RV trips add benefits like less stress becauseyou are in control:

_ you don’t have to pack because it already is done.

_you have no worries about what you pack in your luggage if you use any.

_If your on a special diet you can stay on it or eat your favorite fods in your own kitchen.

_everybody including your pets can travel with you

_traveling aids in wellness and strengthens relationships.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

_annual vacationscuts a persons risk of heart attacks by up to 50%

_travelers health improves and sleepsdeeper 3 times than those that don’t Rv

VACATIONS

_relationships increase by reconnecting with their family and increases making love while on vacation

RVers enjoy all the benefits of travel.  RVers travel more often, more economically and conviently than others.  They enjoy spontaniety.  They most of all surround themselves with loved ones and reconnect to a new level and create everlasting memories .

GOOD TIMES, GOOD FRIENDS,GOOD FOOD

To help make registration at a campground maybe a business card printed on your computer could help.

Have:

name                                                phone number

address                                           city   state      zip code

license  plate number                    emergency number

email (optional)

you should also have a card with emergency contacts for in your wallet:

Drs. name                                          Drs. phone number

drs. address                         city                state               zip code

Notification persons name                                              persons phone number

Notification persons address                      city            state             zip code

notification persons cell number

Spouses name

Spouses cell phone number

Dogs name Dogs vets name                                                    vets phone number

Vets address                                                     City                         State               Zip code

This could be printed on both sides and laminated.

GOOD TIMES, GOOD FRIENDS, GOOD FOOD